Climate Super El Niño? Near-record sea temperatures in April ring alarms The last major El Niño event saw a string of heat records, and scientists fear warming seas signal more extreme weather to come. 08/05/2026
United Kingdom UK to summon Chinese ambassador over dissident spy convictions The two men were found to have carried out intel gathering missions on political dissidents residing in the UK wanted by Chinese authorities. One witness reported the pair threatened to arrest him on foreign soil due to his continued opposition. 07/05/2026
Europe News Trump gives EU until 4 July to finalise deal or face 'higher' tariffs After speaking with Ursula von der Leyen on Thursday evening, Donald Trump delayed his threat of "much higher" tariffs on the European Union until 4 July. Von der Leyen hailed "good progress" towards implementation. 07/05/2026
Europe News EU critic Rumen Radev named new Bulgarian prime minister Radev won the first outright parliamentary majority in Bulgarian elections since 1997 last month on promises to fight corruption. 07/05/2026
The Europe Conversation Europe needs to be more radical on the energy crisis. But how? EU Climate Commissioner explains The only way out of energy crises fueled by the wars in Iran and Ukraine is homegrown energy, EU Climate Commissioner Wopke Hoekstra told Euronews. "We owe it to our citizens and our companies." 07/05/2026
Europe News Ukrainian negotiator in US in bid to revive talks with Russia US-mediated talks on ending Europe's worst conflict since World War II have shown little progress since February, when Washington shifted focus to its war with Iran. 07/05/2026
Europe News Sweden plans electronic tags for kids at risk of gang recruitment Criminal gangs in Sweden increasingly recruit children to commit crimes, knowing they will not face prison time if caught as the age of criminal responsibility is 15. 07/05/2026
Spain Tenerife locals 'concerned but calm' as hantavirus-hit cruise ship approaches Residents in southern Tenerife say it is “business as usual” despite concerns over a cruise ship linked to a hantavirus outbreak. Officials report no symptomatic cases on board, while tourism activity and bookings remain largely unaffected. 07/05/2026
Sport IOC lifts Olympic ban on Belarus’s athletes but Russians still barred The IOC executive board released a statement saying that it "no longer recommends any restrictions on the participation of Belarusian athletes, including teams." 07/05/2026
Destinations 2026 Champions League final: A Budapest football travel guide Hungary’s capital will welcome thousands of PSG and Arsenal fans for European football’s showpiece fixture on 30 May. 07/05/2026
Vatican US underlines 'strong' Vatican ties after Rubio meets pope Rubio's visit comes after US President Trump accused the pope of being "weak on crime and terrible for foreign policy" after he made critical comments about the Iran war. 07/05/2026
Europe News EU steps up coordination on hantavirus but insists risks are 'low' "According to the current situation, there is no cause for concern at the moment," the European Commission said about the hantavirus outbreak. 07/05/2026
Europe News Greek coastguard accused of migrant boat pushback in Aegean Sea At least 1,209 migrants have died or gone missing in the Mediterranean since the beginning of the year, according to the International Organisation for Migration. 07/05/2026
Markets How UK 30-year bonds reached the highest yield this century Investors are demanding significantly higher returns to hold British debt as 30-year gilt yields reached levels not seen since 1998 this week. The surge represents a major challenge for the UK Treasury but why did it happen and what does it mean exactly? 07/05/2026
Tech News EU simplifies rules for AI companies in tentative deal EU states and the Parliament reached an agreement to simplify the AI laws for businesses. Here’s a look at what has changed. 07/05/2026
Destinations What to see and do in Kraków – Europe’s ‘best leisure destination’ This Polish city offers affordable flights, board and dining, alongside stunning hikes, historical architectural landmarks and Renaissance-era works of art. 07/05/2026
Residences Luxury brand Nobu heads to the English countryside Nobu is launching its first UK countryside retreat, bringing a hotel, spa, restaurant and branded residences to rural Rutland in a major shift away from its usual city-centre hotspots. 07/05/2026
The Ring Can Europe stand up to China on trade? Trade relations between the two economic superpowers have soured in recent weeks as Beijing has attacked EU plans to cut its reliance on China for key goods, services and resources. 07/05/2026
No Comment Russia strikes Kharkiv residential district as drone attacks escalate A major Russian drone offensive struck Kharkiv’s Novobavarskyi district and other cities, injuring civilians and destroying homes despite Ukraine’s strong air defence. 07/05/2026
Europe News Brussels mulls scrapping methane fines amid energy crisis - leak The draft text, circulated to EU member states, says penalties should not jeopardise gas or oil supplies during periods of market stress or crisis — a move likely to be seen as a concession to mounting pressure from industry and international partners. 07/05/2026
Art 'Blood is Russia's art': Protests mark start of Venice Biennale The Russian punk rockers Pussy Riot and Ukraine feminist group FEMEN have joined forces to protest at Russia's participation at the Venice Biennale, the world's oldest international art exhibition. 07/05/2026
Earth News These EU states have already used up their natural resources for 2026 Humans use as much ecological resources as if we lived on 1.7 Earths, meaning many European nations have already reached 'Overshoot Day'. 07/05/2026
Business Shell profits surge as Iran war drives oil prices higher Europe’s biggest energy company reported a jump in first-quarter profits as the war involving Iran and the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz pushed oil and gas prices higher. 07/05/2026
Health news Interpol seizes €13.1m of fake medicines in global operation Interpol has seized 6.42 million doses of counterfeit and unapproved medicines in a global operation targeting illegal online drug sales. 07/05/2026
No Comment Pope Leo XIV swears in 28 new Swiss Guards in Vatican ceremony Twenty-eight new recruits were formally sworn into the Swiss Guards at Vatican City on Wednesday during a ceremony presided over by Pope Leo XIV. 07/05/2026
Sport Injury row, Sardinia trip, petition - Kylian Mbappé faces growing backlash from Real Madrid fans Injured Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappé has sparked backlash from some fans after taking a holiday in Sardinia ahead of Sunday’s Clasico against Barcelona. 07/05/2026